2006 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1167 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 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 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Focus 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
Make Ford Rolls-Royce
Model Focus Silver Spirit
Year Released 2006 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1988 cc 6748 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 129 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1213 kg 2380 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3070 mm


 

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