2002 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 859 kg more than 2002 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti Q45 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Infiniti | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Q45 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1598 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
