1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 353 kg more than 1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow.
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:
| 1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | GMC |
| Model | Silver Shadow | Savana |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 310 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 107 L | 117 L |
