1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 22 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 170 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silver Spirit | S |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3165 mm |
