1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
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 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Smart |
Model | Silver Spirit | Roadster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |