1955 Porsche 356 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1678 kg more than 1955 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Porsche 356 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 356 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 98 L |
