2004 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 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 7 more horse power than 2004 BMW M3. (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 960 kg more than 2004 BMW M3. 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) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | M3 | Corniche |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3070 mm |
