2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 55 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (124 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 289 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
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:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | XKR | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 81 L |
