2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 140 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 374 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1971 Volvo 140. 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 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volvo |
| Model | Phantom | 140 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 455 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2610 mm |
