1985 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 1000.
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, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 1000. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1985 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1985 Pontiac 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac 1000 | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 1000 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3580 mm |
