1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 634 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, both vehicles can yield 600 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silver Spur | E |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1836 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 66 L |
