2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II 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 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6, 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, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (268 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | Mazda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 6 | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 25.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 107 L |
