1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silver Spirit | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
