2003 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 565 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1946 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 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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:
| 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Grand Prix | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 114.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 81 L |
