2006 Lexus IS vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS.
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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus IS | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Lexus | Rolls-Royce |
Model | IS | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 94 L |