1967 Opel Record vs. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1392 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Record | 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | Opel | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Record | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2118 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 99.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3170 mm |