2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 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 348 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1970 Rover 2000. 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 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Rover |
| Model | Phantom | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2640 mm |
