2007 BMW 530 vs. 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 57 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. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (255 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (164 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 530 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5673 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 114.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3690 mm |
