2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe vs. 1986 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Soarer 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 333 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1438 kg more than 1986 Toyota Soarer. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | 1986 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Toyota |
| Model | Phantom Drophead Coupe | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 2620 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
