2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. (448 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Phantom | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6700 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 453 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2690 kg | 2620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6091 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1638 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3820 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
