1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000.
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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Rover |
| Model | Silver Spirit | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
