1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Ford |
| Model | Silver Seraph | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5377 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1511 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 150 L |
