2005 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
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 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Morgan | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Aero 8 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1490 mm |
