1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 45 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 610 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1965 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 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silver Cloud | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6230 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 170 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |
