1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Porsche |
Model | Silver Spirit | Cayman |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1285 mm |