2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (386 Nm). This means 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Express | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 108 L |
