1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 965 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silver Spur | C |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4591 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2760 mm |