2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1955 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Continental T | 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental T | Corvette |
Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |