1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 2 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 183 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1999 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75, 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, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1999 Rover 75 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Rover |
Model | Silver Spur | 75 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2750 mm |