1999 Buick Regal vs. 1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud would be higher. At 6,230 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 552 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
Because 1960 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 1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal, 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:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | |
| Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Regal | Silver Cloud |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 6230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 81 L |
