2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 50 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. 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:
| 2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Bentley | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | State Limousine | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 81 L |
