1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS-V.
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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit has automatic transmission and 2011 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Cadillac |
| Model | Silver Spirit | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 68 L |
