1996 Audi S6 vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

To start off, both 1996 Audi S6 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 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.

Because 1996 Audi S6 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 Audi S6 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Audi S6 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
Make Audi Rolls-Royce
Model S6 Silver Spirit
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 6750 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 322 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1490 mm


 

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