2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 9 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1122 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (471 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Lumina | Corniche |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
