2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (345 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arnage | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
