2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Bentley Arnage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 400 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1968 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, 2003 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. 2003 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Arnage | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arnage | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 6999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
