2008 Audi A5 vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Audi | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | A5 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
