2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 231 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 950 kg more than 2009 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | A8 | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
