2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1733 kg more than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. 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 (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | GMC | Triumph |
| Model | Yukon | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 29 L |
