2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2001 Bentley Arnage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Arnage (402 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (238 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 255 kg more than 1972 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Arnage | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Arnage | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 7445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3300 mm |
