1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 372 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60.
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 Volvo S60, 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.
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1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Volvo |
Model | Silver Cloud | S60 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6223 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1981 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 67 L |