2005 BMW 530 vs. 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud would be higher. At 6,230 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
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:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 530 | Silver Cloud |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
