1969 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 295 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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:
| 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Grand Prix | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 4255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 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 | 1805 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 81 L |
