1980 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
| Model | Corvette | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2746 mm |
