2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 10 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 3 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (322 HP @ 6450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | XLR | Corniche |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
