1957 Opel Record vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1729 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1957 Opel Record has manual transmission. 1957 Opel Record will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Opel Record | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Opel | GMC |
Model | Record | Yukon |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 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 | 895 kg | 2624 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 117 L |