1959 BMW Isetta vs. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1959 BMW Isetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith (123 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1959 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1959 BMW Isetta. 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. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW Isetta has manual transmission. 1959 BMW Isetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW Isetta | 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Isetta | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 247 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 123 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 1 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 3230 mm |
