1983 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 370 kg more than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Lagonda | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 108 L |