2009 Honda Accord vs. 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith

To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 966 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.

Because 1952 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 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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.

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2009 Honda Accord 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
Make Honda Rolls-Royce
Model Accord Silver Wraith
Year Released 2009 1952
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 4257 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1134 kg 2100 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3230 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 81 L