2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. 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) has 299 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Subaru |
| Model | Phantom | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2530 mm |
