2000 Audi A8 vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 14 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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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 435 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | Audi | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | A8 | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 25.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 107 L |
