1993 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost

To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Lexcen.

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 Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Toyota Lexcen 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost
Make Toyota Rolls-Royce
Model Lexcen Ghost
Year Released 1993 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 6600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 174 HP 563 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 295 Nm 779 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 5570 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1948 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1549 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 3465 mm


 

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