1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,255 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 900 kg more than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
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. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Nissan | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 4255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3230 mm |
