1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 270 kg more than 1973 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban 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 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | GMC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Suburban | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3294 mm |
