1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1972 Seat 1500
To start off, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (302 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1972 Seat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1972 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Seat |
| Model | Silver Spur | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2660 mm |
