1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 881 kg more than 2000 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Turbo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Turbo | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 53 L |
