1981 Porsche 944 vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 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 308 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. 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 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 944 | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Porsche | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 944 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 6091 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1641 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3820 mm |
