1976 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 851 kg more than 1976 Buick Estate.
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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche (739 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Estate | 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Estate | Corniche |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 739 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2735 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
