1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 638 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 2005 GMC Yukon
Make Austin-Healey GMC
Model Sports Convertible Yukon
Year Released 1953 2005
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Size 2993 cc 5328 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 287 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 2090 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2880 mm


 

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