1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2920 mm |
