1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn weights approximately 376 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
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:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Corvette | Silver Dawn |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 108 L |
