1980 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fairlane 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 330 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1081 kg more than 1980 Ford Fairlane. 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Fairlane | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 6090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3580 mm |
