1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 60 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith.
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 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silver Wraith | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4257 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
