1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silver Spur | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 90 L |
