2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Arnage | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3300 mm |
