2008 BMW 635 vs. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 BMW 635 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 173 more horse power than 2008 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 635. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 770 kg more than 2008 BMW 635. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 635. (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 635. 2008 BMW 635 has automatic transmission and 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom has manual transmission. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 635 | 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 635 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
