1987 Ferrari GTO vs. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO.
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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari GTO | 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | GTO | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 904 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3070 mm |
