1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 590 kg more than 1981 Chrysler Newport. 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chrysler Newport | 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Chrysler | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Newport | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3120 mm |