2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Envoy | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
