1971 Opel GT vs. 1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
To start off, both 1971 Opel GT 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.
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 Opel GT | 1971 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow | |
| Make | Opel | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | GT | Silver Shadow |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 107 L |
