2008 Lexus IS vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS 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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 965 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Lexus | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | IS | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 108 L |
