1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 1961 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen 1500 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen 1500. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1961 Volkswagen 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 1961 Volkswagen 1500 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silver Seraph | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 40 L |
