1965 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1919 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Minor | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Morris | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Minor | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1566 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
