1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1111 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Plymouth | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Valiant | Phantom |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 721 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3580 mm |