1973 Porsche 917 vs. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn
To start off, 1973 Porsche 917 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn would be higher. At 4,994 cc, 1973 Porsche 917 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1973 Porsche 917.
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 Porsche 917 | 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn | |
Make | Porsche | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 917 | Silver Dawn |
Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4994 cc | 4566 cc |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 0 HP |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1860 kg |