1980 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate 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 315 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 690 kg more than 1980 Buick Estate. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Estate | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5608 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3320 mm |