1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (111 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (264 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Thunderbird | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Thunderbird | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |