2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 950 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Corvette | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 108 L |