2009 BMW 730 vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 BMW 730.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 730 | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 107 L |
