2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 626 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (470 Nm). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
Model | SL | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1844 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 108 L |