2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom

To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Abarth Grande Punto would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto.

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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2007 Abarth Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Abarth Grande Punto 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom
Make Abarth Rolls-Royce
Model Grande Punto Phantom
Year Released 2007 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 6700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 150 HP 453 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5350 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 719 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors


 

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