2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1963 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Azure | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 76 L |
