1997 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW M3 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 84 more horse power than 1997 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1436 kg more than 1997 BMW M3. 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 1997 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1997 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | M3 | Corniche |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
