2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (285 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 90 kg more than 2005 GMC Sierra.
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, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | GMC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Sierra | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 25.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 107 L |
