1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 5,673 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom (164 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 235 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5673 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 164 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3690 mm |
