2003 Chevrolet SS vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SS (430 HP) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (322 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 740 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SS.
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, 2003 Chevrolet SS (583 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (490 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SS | 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | SS | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 322 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
