2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rolls-Royce |
Model | GTV | Phantom |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 721 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 6090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 24.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |