1971 Honda Z vs. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Z would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1870 kg more than 1971 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Z, 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, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Honda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Z | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3070 mm |
