1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Nissan | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Serena | Phantom |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3580 mm |