1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 24 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark 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 495 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark.
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. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Skylark | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |
