2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 930 kg more than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Buick |
Model | Phantom Drophead Coupe | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6700 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 453 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5608 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |