1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1969 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 35 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 98 L |
