1981 Nissan Skyline vs. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline 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 362 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 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 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Skyline | 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Nissan | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Skyline | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3580 mm |
