2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. (453 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | SL | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5608 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
