1952 Austin Princess vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 110 kg more than 1952 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1952 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Princess | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2950 mm |
