Head to head
Bentley R Type vs Rolls-Royce Phantom
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the r type continental. The Rolls-Royce Phantom is a flagship v12 chauffeur limousine.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bentley R Type | Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.6 litre straight-6 | 6.75-litre twin-turbo V12 |
| Power | 130hp (est.) | 563hp at 5,000rpm |
| Top speed | 101.7mph (1953 test car) | 155mph (limited) |
| Production | 1952-1955, 2,323 built | - |
| Body | 4-door saloon or coachbuilt (H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward, Freestone & Webb) | - |
| Torque | - | 664 lb-ft at 1,700rpm |
| 0-60mph | - | 5.3 seconds |
| Wheelbase | - | 140.0 inches / 3,556mm |
Sources: Bentley R Type, Rolls-Royce Phantom. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the R Type if...
A 1950s Bentley saloon kept today as a collector's classic rather than a daily driver. Coachbuilt examples with bodies by houses like H.J. Mulliner command the most interest and are typically kept in specialist covered storage.
Listed by
- Kent Vehicle Storage - Edenbridge
Buy or hire the Phantom if...
Rolls-Royce's flagship limousine, bought and hired for weddings, state occasions and VIP chauffeur work rather than driven by the hirer. The long wheelbase and twin-turbo V12 prioritise a silent, cushioned ride over performance, which is exactly what chauffeur firms are selling.
Listed by
- Prince Chauffeurs - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bentley R Type and the Rolls-Royce Phantom?
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the R Type Continental; the Rolls-Royce Phantom is a flagship V12 chauffeur limousine.
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