1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 691 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Land Rover | GMC |
| Model | A 109 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3378 mm |
