1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
To start off, 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 6,229 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 750 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
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:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | DB4 | Silver Cloud |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 6229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 81 L |
