1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (453 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 749 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage.
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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage 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:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Vantage | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1566 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
