1957 Austin A 55 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1484 kg more than 1957 Austin A 55. 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 (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 55 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | A 55 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2946 mm |