1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom (455 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1583 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Daihatsu | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Charmant | Phantom |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3580 mm |