1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
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 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta 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 186 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, 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 Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 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 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Lancia |
| Model | Silver Spur | Beta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 45 L |
