1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 40 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 242 kg more than 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud.
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:
| 1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | |
| Make | Bentley | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Brooklands | Silver Cloud |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 6230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2108 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3070 mm |
