1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 407 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 105 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 969 kg more than 1961 Bristol 407. 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, 1961 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 407 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Bristol | GMC |
Model | 407 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 98 L |