1957 Riley 2.6 vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6.
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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Riley 2.6 | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Riley | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 2.6 | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |