1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 2145 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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 (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite has manual transmission. 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite 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.
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1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Austin-Healey | GMC |
Model | Sprite | Yukon |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 2809 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 148 L |