1972 BMW Touring vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Touring | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 6092 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3820 mm |
