1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (325 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
Make | Austin | Rolls-Royce |
Model | A 70 | Corniche |
Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 738 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 100 L |