2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 12 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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR 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 776 kg more than 2007 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
Model | XLR | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 108 L |