1999 Toyota Solara vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara 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 320 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Solara 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:
| 1999 Toyota Solara | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Toyota | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Solara | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3571 mm |
