2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 530 kg more than 2008 Maserati Coupe.
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. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Coupe | 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Maserati | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Coupe | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 81 L |
