1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 710 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3060 mm |
