2005 Audi S4 vs. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 8 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, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Audi | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | S4 | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 108 L |
