1968 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Brougham (229 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 80 kg more than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. 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:
| 1968 Cadillac Brougham | 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Brougham | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 81 L |
