1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 976 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Cutlass | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3170 mm |
