2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW Z4 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 238 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1340 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Z4 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3571 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
