2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 946 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Canyon | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Canyon | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |