1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silver Spirit | GL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1839 mm |
