1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II would be higher. 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. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 504 kg more than 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II.
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:
| 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Cadillac |
| Model | Silver Cloud II | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6223 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 403 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2108 kg | 2612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 117 L |
