1979 BMW 732 vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1979 BMW 732. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1979 BMW 732. 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 732. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 732. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 1979 BMW 732 has manual transmission. 1979 BMW 732 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 732 | Corniche |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3070 mm |
