2002 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 2002 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II.
Because 2002 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti Veyron | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | Bugatti | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Veyron | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3060 mm |
