2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express.

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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Express 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
Make Chevrolet Rolls-Royce
Model Express Silver Spirit
Year Released 2009 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 6749 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 193 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1490 mm


 

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