2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 760 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Porsche | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 911 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 5378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3070 mm |
