1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 865 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon.

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 Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ford Falcon 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
Make Ford Rolls-Royce
Model Falcon Silver Spirit
Year Released 1998 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 6750 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 221 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 2380 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 3070 mm


 

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