2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 6,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Phantom | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
