2008 GMC Sierra vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 966 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1260 mm |
