1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1978 GMC Jimmy | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Jimmy | 911 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |