2011 GMC Yukon vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1724 kg more than 1962 MG MGA. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1962 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1962 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | GMC | MG |
| Model | Yukon | MGA |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2624 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2390 mm |
