2007 Lexus IS vs. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS 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 4,255 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 525 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS.
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:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Lexus | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | IS | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
