2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 48 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang 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 802 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
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 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang 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:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Mustang | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3230 mm |
