1955 Buick 40 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 710 kg more than 1955 Buick 40. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | 40 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2435 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |
