2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe 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 116 more horse power than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1042 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Nissan |
| Model | Phantom Drophead Coupe | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
