2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (602 HP) has 272 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (330 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |
