1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 314 kg more than 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn.
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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn has manual transmission. 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silver Dawn | CL |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4566 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 536 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 139 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 90 L |
