1957 Ford Consul vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1453 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Consul | Yukon |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1701 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 98 L |