1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana 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 200 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1354 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana. 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1975 Holden Torana | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Holden |
Model | Silver Spur | Torana |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2590 mm |