2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
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 Nissan Patrol | 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn | |
| Make | Nissan | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Patrol | Silver Dawn |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4758 cc | 4255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 108 L |
