1957 Austin Princess vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 47 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 387 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari.
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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Princess | Safari |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2830 mm |
