2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 42 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. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II.
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:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II | |
| Make | Bentley | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Silver Cloud II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 6223 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2108 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |
