1963 Opel Kapitan vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1963 Opel Kapitan.
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. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 1963 Opel Kapitan has manual transmission. 1963 Opel Kapitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Kapitan | 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Opel | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Kapitan | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2605 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 318 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3070 mm |
