2003 Acura CL vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 890 kg more than 2003 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Acura | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | CL | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3295 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
