2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 340 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Phantom Drophead Coupe | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2740 mm |
