1999 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Firebird.
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. 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 1999 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1999 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Firebird | 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Firebird | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
| 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 | 1505 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 81 L |
