2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 933 kg more than 2010 Cadillac STS. 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Cadillac |
| Model | Corniche | STS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 324 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1844 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2957 mm |
