1950 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn

To start off, both 1950 Chrysler Windsor and 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn were released in the same year (1950). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 14 kg more than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn.

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:

1950 Chrysler Windsor 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn
Make Chrysler Rolls-Royce
Model Windsor Silver Dawn
Year Released 1950 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4920 cc 4257 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 0 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1836 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 5170 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 3050 mm


 

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