1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 56 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, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
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. 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Toyota |
| Model | Silver Wraith | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4257 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 48 L |
