1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Citroen |
| Model | Silver Wraith | C5 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4257 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 66 L |
