1972 GMC Suburban vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 600 kg more than 1991 Porsche 928.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban. 1972 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Suburban | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 928 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
