2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | SL | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.3 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 108 L |
