1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Audi |
| Model | Silver Spirit | A4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
