1970 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,440 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Corvette. (678 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
| Model | Corvette | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7440 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 621 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2746 mm |
