2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 44 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 908 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
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. 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II has automatic transmission and 2003 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2003 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 De Tomaso Guara | 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Guara | Silver Cloud II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6223 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2108 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3130 mm |
