2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Bentley Azure. (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1244 kg more than 2006 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 Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Azure | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 506 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 68 L |