1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 64 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 998 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (617 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (600 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silver Spur | E |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2874 mm |
