1984 GMC Suburban vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1984 GMC Suburban is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1389 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1959 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 356 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2110 mm |
