2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Tuscan 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 104 more horse power than 2002 TVR Tuscan. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2002 TVR Tuscan. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Tuscan. (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | TVR |
| Model | Phantom | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
