1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1930 kg more than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Silver Spur | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2110 mm |
