2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 8,201 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (600 HP) has 299 more horse power than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (815 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (600 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Corvette | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8201 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 108 L |
