1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat 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 294 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1379 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat. 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 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Lotus | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Eclat | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
