1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 1976 Volvo 260
To start off, 1976 Volvo 260 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,255 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 260 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 750 kg more than 1976 Volvo 260.
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. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 1976 Volvo 260 has manual transmission. 1976 Volvo 260 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | 1976 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volvo |
| Model | Silver Wraith | 260 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4255 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2660 mm |
