1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 50 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.
Because 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2012 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Charade 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 | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Daihatsu |
| Model | Silver Cloud | Charade |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6223 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 36 L |
