1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,255 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 504 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380.
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:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 380 | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 4255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 81 L |
