2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 243 kg more than 1979 GMC 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, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3300 mm |
