1974 Holden Torana vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Holden | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Torana | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3571 mm |
