1949 Bentley Mark VI vs. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1975 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bentley Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bentley Mark VI would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bentley Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bentley Mark VI weights approximately 962 kg more than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bentley Mark VI | 1975 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Bentley | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mark VI | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4257 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
