2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 3 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, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 780 kg more than 2002 Ford GT 40.
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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 2002 Ford GT 40 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:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | GT 40 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 107 L | 94 L |
