1969 Riley Kestrel vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (64 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1969 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Riley Kestrel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Riley Kestrel | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | Riley | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Kestrel | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 108 L |