1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Porsche | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 911 | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 108 L |
