1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
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1987 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
Make | Avanti | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Avanti | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5608 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |