1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1718 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. 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 (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Mazda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 616 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3571 mm |
