1977 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon 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 319 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1977 Ford Falcon. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Falcon | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Falcon | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3580 mm |
