1981 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 928 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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:
| 1981 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Grand Prix | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4953 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |
