1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 995 kg more than 1975 Chrysler 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Chrysler Valiant 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Make Chrysler Rolls-Royce
Model Valiant Silver Seraph
Year Released 1975 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3522 cc 5379 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 138 HP 322 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 272 Nm 490 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3900 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 2400 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3120 mm


 

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