1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Sunbird | 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | Holden | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Sunbird | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 6748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3170 mm |