1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Jimmy | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Jimmy | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
