1968 Ford Fairlane vs. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1968 Ford Fairlane 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Fairlane (152 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 700 kg more than 1968 Ford Fairlane.
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 Ford Fairlane | 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Fairlane | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 81 L |
