1962 Vauxhall Velox vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1338 kg more than 1962 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Vauxhall Velox | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Vauxhall | GMC |
| Model | Velox | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2651 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 119 L |
