1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 1970 Volvo 145 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 816 kg more than 1970 Volvo 145. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volvo |
| Model | Silver Wraith | 145 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4257 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2620 mm |
