2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (302 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mercedes-Benz E 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
Make Mercedes-Benz Rolls-Royce
Model E Silver Spur
Year Released 2009 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 6750 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 268 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.9 mm 104.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 99.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 2470 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3170 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 108 L


 

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