1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
To start off, 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 6,223 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 76 kg more than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | New Yorker | Silver Cloud |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 6223 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 81 L |
