2007 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom

To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 320 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom
Make BMW Rolls-Royce
Model 320 Phantom
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 6700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 453 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5350 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 719 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1425 kg 2690 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 6091 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1989 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1641 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 100 L


 

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