1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 685 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Ranchero | Silver Spirit II |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1450 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3060 mm |