2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow weights approximately 56 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet SSR.
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:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | SSR | Silver Shadow |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
