2009 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 855 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
Model | M3 | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |