2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 58 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 416 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Mercedes-Benz C | 1948 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | C | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
