2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 995 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. 1978 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. 1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Mustang | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |
