2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 402 kg more than 2005 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Terraza | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 108 L |
