2000 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville 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 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville 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 500 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Bonneville | 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Bonneville | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 81 L |
