1968 Porsche 911 vs. 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
To start off, 1968 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud would be higher. At 6,230 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
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:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | |
| Make | Porsche | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 911 | Silver Cloud |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2108 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 81 L |
