1973 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1973 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 5,213 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Valiant 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:
1973 Plymouth Valiant | 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
Make | Plymouth | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Valiant | Silver Wraith |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5213 cc | 4887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3230 mm |