2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 700 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
Model | CLK | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 108 L |