1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1998 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. 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, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Ford |
| Model | Silver Spur | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2580 mm |
