2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 666 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Yukon | P5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2820 mm |
