1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 64 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette 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 639 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
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. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silver Wraith | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4257 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
