1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (385 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1263 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Azure | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
