2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 2 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. (324 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Phantom | Corniche |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3070 mm |
