2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 790 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | Corvette | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |