1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
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1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Comodoro | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5608 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3320 mm |