1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Yukon. (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Ranchero | Yukon |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2809 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3302 mm |