1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 17 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) has 93 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 841 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 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 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Audi |
| Model | Silver Spur | A5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2751 mm |
