1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 21 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, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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 Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Mini |
| Model | Silver Spur | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 50 L |
