2007 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi R8 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Audi R8. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi R8.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 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 Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi R8. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi R8 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Audi | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | R8 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3465 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
