2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

To start off, 2008 Pontiac G6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G6. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 948 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6, 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G6. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G6.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Pontiac G6 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Make Pontiac Rolls-Royce
Model G6 Silver Seraph
Year Released 2008 1999
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 5378 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 318 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 489 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3900 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 1352 kg 2300 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2170 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 94 L


 

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