1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 400 kg more than 1954 Cadillac 62. 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:
| 1954 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 62 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3120 mm |
