2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (325 Nm). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | F-150 | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 108 L |
