1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 895 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
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) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Caprice | Phantom |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 453 HP |
Torque | 346 Nm | 719 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1638 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3571 mm |