1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP) has 428 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500.
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 (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Abarth | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 500 | Phantom |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 448 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |