1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud 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 301 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
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 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Silver Cloud | 525 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6223 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1981 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
