1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Vitesse 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 255 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1855 kg more than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. 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 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Triumph |
| Model | Corniche | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
