1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | Suburban | Continental |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2746 mm |