1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud would be higher. At 6,230 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 192 kg more than 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud.
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 | 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Silver Cloud | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6230 cc | 5378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 318 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2108 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 94 L |
