1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 855 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban. 1974 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
