1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 17 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, 2013 Acura TSX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
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, 2013 Acura TSX, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Acura |
| Model | Silver Spirit | TSX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1438 mm |
