1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2280 mm |