2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe 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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1490 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe has automatic transmission and 2011 Koenigsegg CCX has manual transmission. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | 2011 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Phantom Drophead Coupe | CCX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6700 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 453 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5608 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
