1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 65 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (237 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 634 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silver Wraith | E |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4257 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 237 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2874 mm |
