1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Daimler | GMC |
Model | Conquest | Yukon |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3302 mm |