2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75, 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Rover |
| Model | Phantom | 75 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6700 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 453 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2630 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5839 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1638 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3571 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
