1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (124 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 86 kg more than 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silver Wraith | CL |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4257 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 432 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2134 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |