2008 Pontiac G8 vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1028 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G8 | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | G8 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3070 mm |
