2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith.
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. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Corvette | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3230 mm |
