1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 5 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 20 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 600 | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 107 L |
