1996 Mazda MPV vs. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith (124 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 344 kg more than 1996 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda MPV | 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Mazda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | MPV | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |
