1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1991 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore 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 80 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (221 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1991 Holden Commodore. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Commodore. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1991 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Holden |
Model | Silver Spur | Commodore |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |