2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 775 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
| Model | Corvette | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
