1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1978 Avanti Avanti is newer by 24 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 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti 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 520 kg more than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
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 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Avanti |
| Model | Silver Wraith | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 4255 cc | 6568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2780 mm |
