1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1959 Ford Zephyr is newer by 9 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, 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 930 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Zephyr | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3230 mm |
