1959 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 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 220 more horse power than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1729 kg more than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan Plus 4 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:
1959 Morgan Plus 4 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Morgan | GMC |
Model | Plus 4 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2946 mm |