1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2011 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 14 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 202 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1423 kg more than 2011 Honda Jazz. 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, 2011 Honda Jazz, 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 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 2011 Honda Jazz
Make Rolls-Royce Honda
Model Silver Spur Jazz
Year Released 1997 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 301 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.2 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2470 kg 1047 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3170 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 108 L 42 L


 

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