1988 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

To start off, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.

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, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ferrari 412 GT 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
Make Ferrari Rolls-Royce
Model 412 GT Silver Spirit
Year Released 1988 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 6749 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 340 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1490 mm


 

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