1955 Ferrari 735 vs. 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 735 would be higher. At 6,230 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1741 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 735.
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 Phantom has automatic transmission and 1955 Ferrari 735 has manual transmission. 1955 Ferrari 735 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1955 Ferrari 735 | 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 735 | Phantom |
Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 4412 cc | 6230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2591 kg |