1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 146 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
