1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 49 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 80 kg more than 2012 Audi A8.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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.
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1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Audi |
Model | Silver Cloud | A8 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6229 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 372 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |