1959 AC Ace vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1776 kg more than 1959 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
Make | AC | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Ace | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5608 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |