1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.

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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Make Rolls-Royce Rolls-Royce
Model Silver Spirit Silver Seraph
Year Released 1996 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 5379 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 208 HP 322 HP
Engine RPM 3900 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 403 Nm 490 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3900 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1520 mm


 

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