1954 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac Solstice (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | Princess | Solstice |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2420 mm |