1952 Porsche 356 vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1753 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1952 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1952 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Porsche 356 | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 356 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1131 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 98 L |
