1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,256 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 727 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Volkswagen |
Model | Silver Wraith | Golf |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4256 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |