1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2011 Audi S3
To start off, 2011 Audi S3 is newer by 15 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, 2011 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Because 2011 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S3. (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2011 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Audi |
| Model | Silver Spirit | S3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
