2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1962 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 Brooklands (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Brooklands | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 1050 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 61 L |