2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1053 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (542 Nm). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Corvette | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
