1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 575 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
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:
| 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Silver Wraith | 120 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4257 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 51 L |
