1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (333 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 990 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Anglia | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2950 mm |
