1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 1998 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3350 mm |
