2008 BMW 740 vs. 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud would be higher. At 6,223 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 109 kg more than 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud.
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:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 740 | Silver Cloud |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 6223 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 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 | 2090 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 81 L |
