1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 780 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
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, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 355 Spider | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 108 L |
