1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 926 kg more than 1972 Plymouth 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Plymouth | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Valiant | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |