2008 BMW 118 vs. 1952 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher.
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.
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2008 BMW 118 | 1952 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 118 | Phantom |
Year Released | 2008 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3690 mm |