2001 Toyota MR2 vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 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 313 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2001 Toyota MR2. 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) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota MR2 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:
| 2001 Toyota MR2 | 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Toyota | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | MR2 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3571 mm |
