1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1965 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (563 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Arnage 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Bentley Chevrolet
Model Arnage Corvette
Year Released 1999 1965
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 6491 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 400 HP 420 HP
Torque 835 Nm 563 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2520 kg 1475 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 76 L


 

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