1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 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 206 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1964 Rover P5. 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 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Rover |
| Model | Corniche | P5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
