1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 420 | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5608 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
