1990 Toyota Century vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom

To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Century would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 830 kg more than 1990 Toyota Century. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Century.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Toyota Century 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
Make Toyota Rolls-Royce
Model Century Phantom
Year Released 1990 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3995 cc 6700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 153 HP 453 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5350 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 719 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 2630 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 5839 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1989 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1638 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 3571 mm


 

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