1981 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1629 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Spider | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1598 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3320 mm |
