2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 714 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
Make | Dodge | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Viper | Silver Spirit II |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1450 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 25.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 107 L |