2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom (455 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Triumph |
Model | Phantom | Vitesse |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 455 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 29 L |