1957 BMW 502 vs. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1957 BMW 502 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,256 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 690 kg more than 1957 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 502 | 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 502 | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 4256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
