2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 54 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 400 kg more than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover | 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Range Rover | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 81 L |
