2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (124 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 642 kg more than 2004 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Mustang | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 81 L |
