2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 @ 5350 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2010 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 825 kg more than 2010 BMW 135. 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 135. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 135 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2010 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Phantom | 135 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 24.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
