1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (399 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 121 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silver Spirit | ML |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2382 kg | 2261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2916 mm |
