1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 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 74 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Subaru |
| Model | Silver Spur | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 60 L |
