1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 54 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 293 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape.
Because 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Ford |
| Model | Silver Cloud | Escape |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4887 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 177 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 57 L |
