1949 BMW 340 vs. 1982 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 1982 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1949 BMW 340.
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.
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1949 BMW 340 | 1982 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 340 | Corniche |
Year Released | 1949 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |