1959 MG MGA vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1704 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1959 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1959 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | MG | GMC |
| Model | MGA | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3302 mm |
