2004 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 3 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 99 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 330 | Corniche |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
