1953 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 940 kg more than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Triumph Mayflower | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Triumph | GMC |
| Model | Mayflower | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 129 L |
