2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2002 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (1,001 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Arnage | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Arnage | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 53 L |