2005 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 Ferrari Maranello.
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 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Maranello | 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Maranello | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 94 L |
