2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 850 kg more than 2012 BMW M3.
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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche (739 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW M3. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 2012 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Corniche | M3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 739 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1885 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
