2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Audi | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Q7 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
