2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Canyon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2341 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
