2009 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 490 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | M3 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 94 L |
