1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1972 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Datsun 240Z. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1972 Datsun 240Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1972 Datsun 240Z. 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 Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1972 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Datsun |
| Model | Silver Spur | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2300 mm |
