1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Jimmy | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
