2009 Maybach 57 vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 57 | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Maybach | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 57 | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 108 L |
