1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 519 kg more than 1974 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | GMC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Suburban | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1566 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3320 mm |
