2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II would be higher. At 6,223 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II weights approximately 281 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II 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 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, 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:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Seville | Silver Cloud II |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 6223 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 2108 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
