1999 Buick Century vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1999 Buick Century is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 910 kg more than 1999 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century, 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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Century | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Century | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 108 L |