1952 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | Princess | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3080 mm |
