2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 850 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | S-Type | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 108 L |
