1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 200 kg more than 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn.
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:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Caprice | Silver Dawn |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 4256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3060 mm |
