1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud vs. 1961 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 1961 Volkswagen 1500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud would be higher. At 4,887 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1961 Volkswagen 1500.
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 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | 1961 Volkswagen 1500 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silver Cloud | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4887 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 52 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 40 L |
