2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 250 kg more than 1976 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2003 Bentley Continental (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Continental | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Bentley | GMC |
Model | Continental | Suburban |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3300 mm |