2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla 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 380 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Toyota |
| Model | Phantom | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2470 mm |
