1996 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud

To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud would be higher. At 6,223 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 596 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Because 1962 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 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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. 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1996 Alfa Romeo Spider 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
Make Alfa Romeo Rolls-Royce
Model Spider Silver Cloud
Year Released 1996 1962
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1969 cc 6223 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 0 HP
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 104.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 91.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 196 km/hour 187 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1981 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5380 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 3130 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.9 L/100km 15.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 81 L


 

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