2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
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 Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Z4 | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 108 L |
