1960 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Yukon (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect. 2007 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Prefect | 2007 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Prefect | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3310 mm |
