2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1988 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Continental GTC | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3300 mm |
