1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 867 kg more than 1996 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ford Aerostar 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
Make Ford Rolls-Royce
Model Aerostar Silver Spirit
Year Released 1996 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 6750 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 133 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 2382 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3070 mm


 

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