1999 Lincoln LS vs. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 53 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS 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 413 kg more than 1999 Lincoln LS.
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 1999 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 1999 Lincoln LS 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:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Lincoln | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | LS | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 114.3 mm |
| 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 | 1687 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |
