2007 GMC Yukon vs. 1960 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 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 244 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 GMC Yukon (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5. 2007 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1960 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1960 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Yukon | 1960 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Yukon | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2060 mm |
