1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 12 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 50 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silver Spirit | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1404 mm |
