1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 623 kg more than 2011 Ford Mustang.
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, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mustang. (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mustang. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Ford |
| Model | Silver Spirit II | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1450 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 25.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 107 L | 61 L |
