1998 BMW V12 vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW V12 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW V12 (570 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (453 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1998 BMW V12.
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 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (719 Nm). This means 1998 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW V12 | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | V12 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3571 mm |
