2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Phantom Drophead Coupe | 320 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6700 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 453 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5608 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
