1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 955 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 500 Superfast | Phantom |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |