1968 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, both 1968 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow and 1968 Rover 2000 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 770 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000.
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 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Rover |
| Model | Silver Shadow | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6229 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 142 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |
