1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Avanti Avanti. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1965 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1965 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1965 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Avanti | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Avanti | Phantom |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 6091 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1638 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |