1959 Ford Consul vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Consul | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 98 L |
