2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 911. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1977 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 911. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1977 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1977 Porsche 911 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.
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2009 GMC Envoy | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Envoy | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |