2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
Model | S | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4266 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |