2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche 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 149 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1296 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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 @ 2100 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 120 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:
2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
Model | Corniche | 120 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 324 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2736 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |