2006 Acura TL vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 11 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, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL 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 2006 Acura TL.
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, 2006 Acura TL, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2006 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Acura | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | TL | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 108 L |
