1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 778 kg more than 2010 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis, 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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Kia |
| Model | Silver Spirit | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
