1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 413 kg more than 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silver Shadow | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 188 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 107 L | 100 L |
