2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 106 kg more than 2003 Dodge Ram.

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 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Dodge Ram 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
Make Dodge Rolls-Royce
Model Ram Silver Spirit
Year Released 2003 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8277 cc 6748 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 500 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 732 Nm 402 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2274 kg 2380 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3070 mm


 

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