1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1704 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Mazda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 6092 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3820 mm |
