1994 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1994 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 16 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 230 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.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bentley Brooklands | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Brooklands | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3300 mm |
