1952 Austin Princess vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 54 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 255 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 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Princess | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3280 mm |
