2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 1 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (506 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental GTC | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 506 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
