2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 550 kg more than 2012 Audi RS5.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 will offer significantly more control. 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi RS5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi RS5. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi RS5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi RS5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Audi |
| Model | Silver Seraph | RS5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5377 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 63 L |
