2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (325 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 890 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK8. 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK8 | 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | XK8 | Corniche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
