2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe vs. 1964 Steyr 650T

To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 650T 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 421 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 2120 kg more than 1964 Steyr 650T. 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 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 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 1964 Steyr 650T. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe has automatic transmission and 1964 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1964 Steyr 650T 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe 1964 Steyr 650T
Make Rolls-Royce Steyr
Model Phantom Drophead Coupe 650T
Year Released 2009 1964
Engine Size 6749 cc 660 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 448 HP 27 HP
Engine RPM 5350 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 531 Nm 41 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2620 kg 500 kg
Vehicle Length 5840 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 1850 mm