1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 38 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 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 530 kg more than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban. 1972 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2918 mm |
