2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Rover |
| Model | Phantom | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
