2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1951 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1192 kg more than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1951 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | GMC | Triumph |
| Model | Acadia | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
