2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1970 Rover 2000. 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 1970 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1970 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Rover |
| Model | Silver Seraph | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2640 mm |
