1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,255 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (164 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 985 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 2600 | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 4255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 81 L |
