2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports

To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 980 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Corvette 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
Make Chevrolet Bentley
Model Corvette Continental Supersports
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6162 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 430 HP 621 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 800 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 2241 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4803 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1946 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1379 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2746 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 90 L


 

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