2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn would be higher. At 4,566 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender | 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Defender | Silver Dawn |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4566 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 108 L |
