1951 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 985 kg more than 1951 Buick 40. 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 40 | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3580 mm |
