1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1324 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Alfa Romeo GT 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Make Alfa Romeo Rolls-Royce
Model GT Silver Seraph
Year Released 1968 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1289 cc 5379 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 318 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 489 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.5 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 2304 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 94 L


 

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