2007 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 925 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | XJ6 | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 108 L |
