2008 GMC Yukon vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 911. (260 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 946 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 GMC Yukon (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 911. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 911. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1975 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1975 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 GMC Yukon | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Yukon | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 566 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |