1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1539 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. 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. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 70 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2809 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 148 L |
