1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia 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 374 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1816 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Familia | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 6749 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 2620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3580 mm |
