1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 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.
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:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Corvette | Silver Cloud |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3070 mm |
