1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 Bentley Turbo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Bentley Turbo (316 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Bentley Turbo | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Turbo | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3300 mm |
