1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet 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, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban.
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1997 Bentley Brooklands | 1974 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Brooklands | Suburban |
Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 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 |