1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
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:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3230 mm |
