2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 TVR Tamora. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Tamora.
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, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Tamora. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | TVR |
| Model | Phantom | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 381 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 | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
