1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 775 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |