1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 10 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1405 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota MR2 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 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Toyota |
Model | Silver Spur | MR2 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
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 | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 48 L |