2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 385 kg more than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1975 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arnage | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3300 mm |
