2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1986 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1986 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1660 kg more than 1986 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar, 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1986 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Ford |
| Model | Phantom | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 453 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2690 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6091 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1638 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3820 mm | 2520 mm |
