Gullwing advantages

[chornedsnorkack]

Are gullwings preferrable to other kinds of doors?

When the gullwing is opened, the roof and ceiling rises up as a part of the gullwing. This means that an opened gullwing door should give abundant headroom - it would be easier to reach the seat.

On the other hand, since the opening of the gullwing is a part of the roof, it is allegedly harder to make waterproof...

[expat]

Try parking between two other cars and see how preferable your gullwings are then

Matt

[elite marksman]

Another advantage of the gullwing is the ability to create a sturdier frame. Though yeah, waterproofing and acessibility in confined spaces (parking lot, garage) are two major disadvantages.

However, they do look pretty darn cool.

[RichieB16]

Actually, some gull wing designs are better for close quarters parking.  For example, the DeLorean DMC-12 gull wing doors only move out a few inches.  The hinges are so close to the center of the car the doors basically go straight up and in.  It sounds weird and I didn't believe it until I rode in one...but its true.