1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Ford Indigo. (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo. 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Indigo. (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Indigo. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Indigo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Indigo | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 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 | 1170 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3571 mm |
