1990 Opel Lotus Omega vs. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 437 kg more than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega.
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. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Lotus Omega has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Opel | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Lotus Omega | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3615 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 114.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 6.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1663 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 81 L |
