1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
To start off, both 1971 Ford Mustang and 1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow weights approximately 535 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
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:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Mustang | Silver Shadow |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 107 L |
