2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 1995 Rover MGF
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover MGF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover MGF would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1995 Rover MGF. (145 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover MGF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 876 kg more than 1995 Rover MGF. 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover MGF. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover MGF. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover MGF has manual transmission. 1995 Rover MGF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 1995 Rover MGF | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Rover |
| Model | Silver Seraph | MGF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
