1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2000 Lexus IS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 980 kg more than 2000 Lexus IS. 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, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2000 Lexus IS | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Lexus |
Model | Silver Spirit | IS |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |