1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 6,230 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 836 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
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 Ninety-Eight | 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 6230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 6050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3690 mm |
