1958 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort 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 417 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1803 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Escort 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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1958 Ford Escort | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Escort | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 448 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 2620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |