1949 BMW 340 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 51 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1486 kg more than 1949 BMW 340. 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.
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1949 BMW 340 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 340 | Corniche |
Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3070 mm |