1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn would be higher. At 4,566 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn.
Because 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn 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 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60, 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.
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1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Volvo |
Model | Silver Dawn | S60 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4566 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 177 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |