2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Bentley | GMC |
Model | Brooklands | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 774 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3300 mm |