1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Because 1994 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 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi, 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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Austin | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Maxi | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
