1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud vs. 2000 Toyota Solara

To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud would be higher. At 6,230 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 720 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara.

Because 1964 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 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara, 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. 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud 2000 Toyota Solara
Make Rolls-Royce Toyota
Model Silver Cloud Solara
Year Released 1964 2000
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6230 cc 2164 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 133 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2100 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 5380 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2680 mm


 

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