1957 Austin Princess vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Because 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1957 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
Model | Princess | Bravada |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2880 mm |