1999 Panoz AIV vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1999 Panoz AIV.
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, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Panoz AIV. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II has automatic transmission and 1999 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 1999 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Panoz AIV | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
Make | Panoz | Rolls-Royce |
Model | AIV | Silver Spirit II |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1450 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 107 L |