1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 16 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 134 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silver Spirit | Polo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2470 mm |
