2008 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud would be higher. At 6,230 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ6.
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 Jaguar XJ6 | 1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | XJ6 | Silver Cloud |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 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 | 1620 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 81 L |
