1973 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (302 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1973 Ford Granada. 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Granada | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Granada | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 108 L |