1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe

To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1757 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe has automatic transmission and 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
Make Alfa Romeo Rolls-Royce
Model Giulietta Phantom Drophead Coupe
Year Released 1955 2009
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1288 cc 6749 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 90 HP 448 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5350 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 531 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 84.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 11.1:1
Top Speed 182 km/hour 239 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 863 kg 2620 kg
Vehicle Length 3410 mm 5840 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 3580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 100 L


 

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