2008 Nissan Maxima vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 896 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Maxima, 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (342 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 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Maxima | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Nissan | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Maxima | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 108 L |
