2010 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Bentley Continental GTC would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. (498 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1034 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Bentley Continental GTC 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Bentley Chevrolet
Model Continental GTC Corvette
Year Released 2010 2013
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 7000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type W V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 600 HP 498 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 637 Nm
Torque RPM 1700 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2485 kg 1451 kg
Vehicle Length 4803 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1918 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1389 mm 1236 mm
Wheelbase Size 2746 mm 2685 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 23.5 L/100km 14.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 68 L


 

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