1960 Vauxhall Velox vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (413 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1960 Vauxhall Velox has manual transmission. 1960 Vauxhall Velox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Vauxhall Velox | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Vauxhall | GMC |
| Model | Velox | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
