2005 Lexus ES vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2005 Lexus ES is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus ES (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 Lexus ES.
Because 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus ES. (325 Nm). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus ES | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Lexus | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | ES | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 108 L |
