2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 574 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silver Seraph | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |