1995 Citroen C vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen C would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen C, 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Citroen | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | C | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 5378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 94 L |
