1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 929 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Bentley Azure. (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Bentley Azure. 1998 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Azure | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Azure | Corvette |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 819 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4476 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2685 mm |