2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 5,673 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 198 kg more than 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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. 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Land Rover | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Defender | Phantom |
Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5673 cc |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 164 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 114.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 6.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1860 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3690 mm |