2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-450. (399 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-450.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Ford |
Model | Phantom | F-450 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 448 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 142 L |