1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II
To start off, both 1959 Citroen 2CV and 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,223 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II weights approximately 1613 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II 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 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV, 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. 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II | |
| Make | Citroen | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 2CV | Silver Cloud II |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 6223 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2108 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 81 L |
