1970 Porsche 914 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1699 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1970 Porsche 914 has manual transmission. 1970 Porsche 914 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Porsche 914 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 914 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 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 | 925 kg | 2624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 117 L |
