1951 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 625 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess. 2011 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1951 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Princess | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
