1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 33 kg more than 1976 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
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1976 GMC Suburban | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2881 mm |