1996 Lexus SC vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus SC would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1996 Lexus SC. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 992 kg more than 1996 Lexus SC. 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 (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus SC. (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus SC | 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Lexus | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | SC | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3571 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |
