1996 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (375 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | SL | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.2 L/100km | 25.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 107 L |
