1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 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 1020 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Porsche |
Model | Silver Spur | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1299 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |