1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Type S 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 144 more horse power than 1988 TVR Type S. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | TVR |
| Model | Silver Spur | Type S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2300 mm |
