1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 57 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, 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 608 kg more than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 2011 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Land Rover |
| Model | Silver Wraith | Defender |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4255 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
