2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (453 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 729 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | E | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1566 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
