2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 760 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ220.
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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (600 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | XJ220 | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 1077 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3170 mm |
