1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 62 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (124 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 337 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 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | GMC |
| Model | Silver Wraith | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4257 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2134 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1954 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 98 L |
