2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 835 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Escalade | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 108 L |