1962 BMW 501 vs. 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
To start off, both 1962 BMW 501 and 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,223 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 636 kg more than 1962 BMW 501.
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:
| 1962 BMW 501 | 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 501 | Silver Cloud |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 6223 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 81 L |
