1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1998 Abarth Monotipo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Monotipo (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Monotipo has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Monotipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Abarth | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Monotipo | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3070 mm |
