1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 59 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 76 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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.
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1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Chevrolet |
Model | Silver Wraith | Silverado |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4257 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3022 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 98 L |