1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1956 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | GMC |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1954 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2946 mm |
