2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 BMW 545. 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Phantom | 545 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
