2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche. (325 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Corvette | Corniche |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 738 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |