1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1987 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1987 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Telstar, 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Ford |
Model | Silver Seraph | Telstar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2520 mm |