1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1981 ZIL 4104 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud.
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:
| 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | ZIL |
| Model | Silver Cloud | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6229 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 310 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3340 mm |
