2006 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | Audi | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | A4 | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 25.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 107 L |
