1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1069 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 911 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 95 L |
