1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silver Spur | CL |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 90 L |