Comparison:BMW 7-series 2023 (new) Vs. Rolls-Royce Ghost 2024 (new)

Dimensions

The Rolls-Royce Ghost holds a commanding presence with its overall longer, wider and taller stance compared to the BMW 7 Series. Boasting a length of 5716 mm, a width of 2148 mm and a height of 1571 mm, the Ghost outperforms its rival in every dimension. The wheelbase for Rolls-Royce Ghost measures 3465 mm, offering more space and comfort than the 7 Series' 3215 mm wheelbase. With a ground clearance of 136 mm, the BMW 7 Series takes the win in this aspect, while the BMW also triumphs in turning circle, reporting 12.30m ability.

Boot/interior

Comparable in terms of seating capacity with five occupants, and four doors for each car, the BMW 7 Series and the Rolls-Royce Ghost offer luxurious rides. Both vehicles come with Isofix child seat mounting points as standard features. The 7 Series has a slight edge in terms of boot space, which ranges from 525 litres to 540 litres, depending on the specific engine model, but no data is available for the Rolls-Royce Ghost.

Engines/drivetrain

Engine power is an area where Rolls-Royce Ghost truly shines. It offers a 12-cylinder engine, as opposed to the BMW 7 Series' 6-cylinder engines. The Ghost has a higher maximum power output of 420 kW, compared to the 7 Series' maximum power output range of 220-420 kW. With torque, the Ghost provides a triumphant 850 Nm, overpowering the 7 Series which ranges from 670-800 Nm, depending on the specific engine. In terms of speed, both vehicles have an equal top limit of 250 km/h, and sharing an 8-gear transmission. The Ghost outperforms its competitor in acceleration as well, clocking in at 4.8 seconds for 0-100km/h, compared to the 7 Series which ranges from 4.3 to 5.8 seconds depending on the engine.

Consumption/ecology

With a tank size of 83 litres, the Rolls-Royce Ghost prevails in this aspect over the BMW 7 Series, which holds between 65 and 74 litres depending on the engine model. However, when it comes to the environmental impact, the 7 Series paints a greener picture with CO2 emissions ranging from just 22 g/km to 160 g/km, while the Ghost reports a minimum of 341 g/km. With regards to noise, the Ghost edges past the 7 Series, clocking a 69 dB measurement compared to the latter's range of 65-67 dB.

Weight/towing

The BMW 7 Series' empty weight ranges from 2255 to 2525 kg depending on the specific model, while the Rolls-Royce Ghost has a slightly lighter weight, ranging from 2490 to 2530 kg. The 7 Series triumphs in towing capacity, offering a braked trailer weight of 2000 to 2100 kg, depending on the model, and an unbraked trailer weight of 750 kg. In terms of maximum towbar load, the 7 Series range from 80 to 85 kg. No data is available for the Ghost in regards to these characteristics.

Offroad

Neither the BMW 7 Series nor the Rolls-Royce Ghost are specifically designed for off-road use, but considering the BMW 7 Series' superior ground clearance, it may have a slight advantage over the Ghost in off-road capabilities.

EV

When measuring all-electric range, the BMW 7 Series emerges victorious with a range of 85 to 87 km, while no data is available for the Rolls-Royce Ghost. Battery capacity for the 7 Series is measured at a total of 22.1 kWh, with a usable capacity of 18.7 kWh.