1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (302 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 640 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400.
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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 400 | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 108 L |