2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 56 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 839 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Corvette | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 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 Weight | 1261 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |
