2000 Porsche RGT vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

To start off, 2000 Porsche RGT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche RGT (276 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche RGT should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.

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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche RGT. (376 Nm). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche RGT.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Porsche RGT 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
Make Porsche Rolls-Royce
Model RGT Silver Spirit
Year Released 2000 1996
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 6750 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 276 HP 208 HP
Torque 376 Nm 403 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1490 mm


 

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