1946 Cadillac 62 vs. 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,676 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 284 kg more than 1946 Cadillac 62.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Cadillac 62 | 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 62 | Silver Wraith |
Year Released | 1946 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5676 cc | 4887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2150 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3230 mm |