2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 59 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 300 kg more than 1946 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:
| 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Silver Seraph | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 114.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 81 L |
