1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud vs. 1961 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW Isetta would be higher. 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 1621 kg more than 1961 BMW Isetta.
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. 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud has automatic transmission and 1961 BMW Isetta has manual transmission. 1961 BMW Isetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | 1961 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Silver Cloud | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6223 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 85 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1981 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 1510 mm |
