2005 Lexus LS vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LS would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 809 kg more than 2005 Lexus LS.
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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LS. (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus LS | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Lexus | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | LS | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5842 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 100 L |
