1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1862 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Anglia | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5608 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
