1968 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1968 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
To start off, both 1968 Austin-Healey Sprite and 1968 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,229 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1968 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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:
| 1968 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1968 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Sprite | Silver Shadow |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 109 L |
