1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 26 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, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal 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 585 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal.
Because 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Buick |
| Model | Silver Spirit II | Regal |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1450 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2738 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 | 68 L |
