1972 Porsche 914 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1636 kg more than 1972 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 (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 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 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 914 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
