2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 12 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 87 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 870 kg more than 2013 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Corniche | X3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 324 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2098 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2810 mm |
