F-104 Starfighter vs F-4 Phantom II
The F-104 Starfighter and the F-4 Phantom II are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed and McDonnell respectively. Top speed is 2,500 km/h for the F-104 Starfighter vs 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-104 Starfighter has an operational range of 680 km vs 680 km for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 15,240 m for the F-104 Starfighter. At 28,030 kg MTOW, the F-4 Phantom II is 2.1x the F-104 Starfighter's 13,170 kg. The F-104 Starfighter has been produced in 2,578 units vs 5,195 for the F-4 Phantom II. Unit cost is $1.4M for the F-104 Starfighter vs $3M for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-104 Starfighter first flew 4 years before the F-4 Phantom II (1954 vs 1958).
| American supersonic interceptor, notable for Cold War operations, deployed extensively by NATO and several other international air forces. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed |
| First flight | 4 March 1954 |
| Year introduced | 1958 |
| Number produced | 2578 units |
| Average unit price | $1.4 million |
| American fighter-bomber, renowned for its widespread use in the Vietnam War and numerous other international military conflicts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell |
| First flight | 27 May 1958 |
| Year introduced | 1962 |
| Number produced | 5195 units |
| Average unit price | $3 million |
| Wing area | 18.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 6.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2500 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 680 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,170 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,350 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 4,536 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 49.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2370 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 680 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,288 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,030 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 13,757 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 16,186 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-104 Starfighter or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-104 Starfighter is faster with a maximum speed of 2,500 km/h compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 2,370 km/h, a difference of 130 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-104 Starfighter or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has a longer range at 680 km compared to the F-104 Starfighter's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-104 Starfighter or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the F-104 Starfighter's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-104 Starfighter or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the F-104 Starfighter's 13,170 kg.
Which is larger, the F-104 Starfighter or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the F-104 Starfighter's 16.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-104 Starfighter or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the F-104 Starfighter at $1.4 million.
Which entered service first, the F-104 Starfighter or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-104 Starfighter entered service first in 1958, 4 years before the F-4 Phantom II which entered service in 1962.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-104 Starfighter or F-4 Phantom II?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 2,578 units of the F-104 Starfighter.