2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1958 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1830 kg more than 1958 Porsche 550 A. 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. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1958 Porsche 550 A has manual transmission. 1958 Porsche 550 A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1958 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Envoy | 550 A |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2110 mm |
