2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 962 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Because 1978 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Acadia | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |