2008 GMC Savana vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Savana | 928 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
