1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 155 kg more than 1972 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Suburban | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | GMC | Bentley |
Model | Suburban | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2746 mm |