1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 50 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 243 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
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 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Cadillac |
| Model | Silver Cloud | CTS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6229 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 314 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
