2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 959. (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 959. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 959 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 959 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 959 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2270 mm |
