1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn weights approximately 75 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
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:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Silver Dawn |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3060 mm |
