1957 Aston Martin DBR2 vs. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1957 Aston Martin DBR2 is newer by 7 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 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DBR2 (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DBR2 should accelerate faster than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith.
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:
| 1957 Aston Martin DBR2 | 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | DBR2 | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 81 L |
