2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Maserati | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | MC12 | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 1335 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 108 L |
