1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2011 Porsche 911

To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 965 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.

Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 2011 Porsche 911
Make Rolls-Royce Porsche
Model Silver Spur 911
Year Released 1997 2011
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 6750 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 301 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2470 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 3170 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 108 L 67 L


 

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