1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect

To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 19 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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.

Because 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 2013 Ford Transit Connect
Make Rolls-Royce Ford
Model Silver Spirit Transit Connect
Year Released 1994 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6749 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 208 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 3900 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 402 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4587 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 2113 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 2014 mm


 

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