1942 Aston Martin 15 vs. 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
To start off, 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Aston Martin 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Aston Martin 15 would be higher. At 6,230 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 978 kg more than 1942 Aston Martin 15.
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. 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud has automatic transmission and 1942 Aston Martin 15 has manual transmission. 1942 Aston Martin 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Aston Martin 15 | 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 15 | Silver Cloud |
Year Released | 1942 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1950 cc | 6230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2100 kg |