2009 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1349 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Honda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Civic | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 108 L |
