2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Porsche 911. (395 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911. 2013 Porsche 911 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. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Porsche |
Model | Phantom | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1292 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2450 mm |