1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR Taimar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR Taimar 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 159 more horse power than 1972 TVR Taimar. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR Taimar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1444 kg more than 1972 TVR Taimar. 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 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR Taimar. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR Taimar. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur has automatic transmission and 1972 TVR Taimar has manual transmission. 1972 TVR Taimar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | TVR |
| Model | Silver Spur | Taimar |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 54 L |
