2008 Porsche Cayman vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
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 Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche Cayman | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Porsche | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Cayman | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 273 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |