1996 Honda Legend vs. 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud would be higher. At 6,229 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 Honda Legend.
Because 1963 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 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend, 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:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | |
| Make | Honda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Legend | Silver Cloud |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 6229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |
