2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward vs. 1997 Acura RL
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1997 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 775 kg more than 1997 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura RL, 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | 1997 Acura RL | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Acura |
| Model | Park Ward | RL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
