1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 47 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 6,229 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 14 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silver Cloud | CL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6229 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 518 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |
