1956 Austin Princess vs. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 724 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1956 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1956 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | Princess | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2740 mm |
