2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 659 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
| Model | Corvette | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| 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 | 612 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.4 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
