2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1257 kg more than 1985 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 Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Azure | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 68 L |
