1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Chevrolet |
Model | Silver Spur | Silverado |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 129 L |