1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 5,673 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (164 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
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:
| 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Toyota |
| Model | Phantom | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5673 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 114.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3690 mm | 2680 mm |
