2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 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 233 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1967 Volvo 120. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Volvo |
Model | Silver Seraph | 120 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |