1991 GMC Suburban vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 GMC Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1991 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Suburban | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2270 mm |
