2006 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 860 kg more than 2006 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Audi | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | A8 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6091 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
