1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. (245 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1223 kg more than 1956 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. 1999 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1956 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Azure | 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Azure | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 4638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| 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 | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2600 mm |
