1968 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow would be higher. 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 714 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
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 | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Vauxhall |
| Model | Silver Shadow | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6229 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 175 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2740 mm |
