2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Continental GT | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 209 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 |
