2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1183 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante. 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe has automatic transmission and 2008 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2008 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Panoz |
| Model | Phantom Drophead Coupe | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6700 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 453 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5608 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
