2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 166 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Because 1948 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 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Freestar | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 81 L |
