2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 32 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1713 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2270 mm |
