1955 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1955 Chrysler Windsor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 5,420 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Windsor (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 200 kg more than 1955 Chrysler Windsor.
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:
| 1955 Chrysler Windsor | 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Windsor | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5420 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3230 mm |
