1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 56 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 2 kg more than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silver Wraith | CL |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4255 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |
