2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | C | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2949 cc | 5378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 94 L |
