2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Arnage | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3300 mm |
