1952 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 56 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 850 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess. 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Princess | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3110 mm |