1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1964 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | GT 40 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 2554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2946 mm |
