1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 64 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 760 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Porsche |
| Model | Silver Wraith | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2475 mm |
