2003 Porsche Boxster vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche Boxster | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Porsche | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Boxster | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3070 mm |