1975 Morris Marina vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina. 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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris Marina | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Morris | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Marina | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 108 L |
