1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1775 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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 Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Prefect | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
