2002 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 Honda NSX. (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX. 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2002 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda NSX | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Honda | Rolls-Royce |
Model | NSX | Phantom |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6091 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1641 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |