2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1209 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.

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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Express 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
Make Chevrolet Rolls-Royce
Model Express Silver Spur
Year Released 2008 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 6750 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 324 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 506 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 12 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 2470 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 3170 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 108 L


 

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