2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (327 HP) has 276 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1950 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1950 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1950 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Yukon | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
