2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.

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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Viper 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
Make Dodge Rolls-Royce
Model Viper Silver Spirit
Year Released 2005 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8284 cc 6749 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 500 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 712 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1490 mm


 

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