2007 GMC Yukon vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (303 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alvis TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Yukon (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Yukon | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | GMC | Alvis |
| Model | Yukon | TD |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
