2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Yukon | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
