1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 884 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Chrysler | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Valiant | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3521 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |