1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 18 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 155 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silver Spirit | S |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3165 mm |
