1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Viper. (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1176 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper. 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Viper. (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Viper. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1989 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1989 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Dodge | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Viper | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3571 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
