1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1954 Austin A 90 is newer by 1 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, 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 710 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. 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. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Austin | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | A 90 | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3230 mm |
