1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche 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 7 more horse power than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 435 kg more than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Corniche | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79 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 | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 94 L |
