1966 Holden HD vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD 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 332 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Holden | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | HD | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3580 mm |
