2006 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 386 kg more than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
Because 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 Spur. 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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Focus | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 108 L |
