2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII 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 158 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1137 kg more than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe.
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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Lincoln |
| Model | Phantom Drophead Coupe | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5263 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2870 mm |
