2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 390 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 773 kg more than 1977 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
