1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

To start off, both 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola and 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.

Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
Make Alfa Romeo Rolls-Royce
Model Nuvola Silver Spirit
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 6750 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 300 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 386 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1890 mm


 

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