1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 12 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 113 more horse power than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1324 kg more than 2011 Mazda RX-8. 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 523 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Mazda |
| Model | Corniche | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
