1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith

To start off, 1987 Cadillac Seville is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 580 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Seville.

Because 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:

1987 Cadillac Seville 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
Make Cadillac Rolls-Royce
Model Seville Silver Wraith
Year Released 1987 1950
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4129 cc 4257 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 2100 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3230 mm


 

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