1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 84 kg more than 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports.
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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Suburban has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | Suburban | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2746 mm |