1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 GMC Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | GMC | Bentley |
| Model | Suburban | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2746 mm |
