1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 870 kg more than 1983 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lincoln Continental | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | Lincoln | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Continental | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3170 mm |