1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn
To start off, both 1950 Citroen 15 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 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn weights approximately 510 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15.
Because 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn 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 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn | |
| Make | Citroen | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 15 | Silver Dawn |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3050 mm |
