2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 558 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Mondeo | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
