Rolls-Royce Dawn

vs

Rolls-Royce Ghost

UK vs UK — 2015 vs 2009

Rolls-Royce Dawn (2015)
Rolls-Royce Ghost (2009)
Specifications
Dawn Black BadgeGhost Black Badge
Horsepower593 hp592 hp
Torque620 lb-ft664 lb-ft
Engine Size6,592 cc6,749 cc
0-60 mph4.8 sec4.5 sec
Top Speed155 mph155 mph
¼ Mile13.0 sec12.8 sec
Weight5,644 lbs5,489 lbs
Wheelbase3,112 mm3,295 mm
Length5,285 mm5,546 mm
Original MSRP$356,500$382,000
Value (Excellent)$380,000$450,000
Collectibility7/106/10
Rarity6/105/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 2015 Rolls-Royce Dawn Black Badge brings stronger collectibility to the table, and the 2009 Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge answers with quicker acceleration. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

Rolls-Royce has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 2015 Rolls-Royce Dawn Black Badge with the 2009 Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 2015 Rolls-Royce Dawn Black Badge producing 593 hp and the 2009 Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge delivering 592 hp. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2009 Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge edges ahead at 4.5 seconds versus 4.8 seconds. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.