1998 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 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 263 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 945 kg more than 1998 BMW 730. 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 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 730 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 6091 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
