1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 2007 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2007 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 750 kg more than 2007 Ascari KZ1.
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. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 2007 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2007 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | 2007 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Ascari |
| Model | Silver Wraith | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4257 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2636 mm |
