1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn
To start off, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 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 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette 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 430 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
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:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Corvette | Silver Dawn |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 108 L |
