2005 Opel Speedster vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2005 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Speedster.
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, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Speedster. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Speedster. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Speedster | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Opel | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Speedster | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |
