2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Lexus |
Model | Phantom Drophead Coupe | IS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6700 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 453 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5608 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |