1972 Ford Torino vs. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 108 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino.
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:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Torino | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 81 L |
