1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud vs. 2011 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 49 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 206 kg more than 2011 Land Rover LR2.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2011 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Land Rover |
| Model | Silver Cloud | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6223 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 230 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1981 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
