1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 38 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 15 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3001 mm |
