1978 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 295 kg more than 1978 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 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1978 GMC Suburban | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | GMC | Bentley |
Model | Suburban | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2746 mm |