2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Taurus | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
