1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud vs. 2005 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud would be higher. At 6,230 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 BMW 520.
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:
| 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | 2005 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Silver Cloud | 520 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6230 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
