1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 100 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Jaguar |
| Model | Silver Spur | XJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3157 mm |
