2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LFA. (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LFA. 2012 Lexus LFA has automatic transmission and 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom has manual transmission. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LFA will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Lexus |
| Model | Phantom | LFA |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
