1979 Porsche 928 vs. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 928 (295 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 930 kg more than 1979 Porsche 928.
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 Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Porsche 928. (380 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Porsche 928 | 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Porsche | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 928 | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3070 mm |