2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1209 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Express | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 507 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 108 L |
