1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (164 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 306 kg more than 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Town & Country | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5673 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3690 mm |
