1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Silver Wraith | 330 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4257 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 114.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 63 L |
