If Rolls had access to modern materials and manufacturing techniques in 1930, they could have brought about enormous weight reduction. That would allow a less powerful engine, smaller radiator grille, and smaller, more aerodynamic engine compartment. Add body-integrated headlamps and curved safety glass, and you'd have a rather nice old car. Nobody's going to mistake that thing for a Prius, but I dig the rear wheel skirts and smooth wheel covers.
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Are we relying on computers too much and not just using intuition to design cars?
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Nope! Computer-assisted design is responsible for some of the most aerodynamic concepts and HPVs out there. It's just that the new-car-buying public does not demand amazing fuel economy, and values appearance over aerodynamics.