2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 595 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | S | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3294 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
