2002 Morgan 4 vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1500 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4. 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur has automatic transmission and 2002 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2002 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Morgan 4 | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Morgan | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 4 | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 108 L |
