2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (453 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 612.
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 @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari 612. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari 612. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 612 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3571 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 100 L |
