1958 Maserati 450 vs. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn
To start off, 1958 Maserati 450 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn would be higher. At 4,566 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
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:
1958 Maserati 450 | 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn | |
Make | Maserati | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 450 | Silver Dawn |
Year Released | 1958 | 1953 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 4566 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1860 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3050 mm |