1957 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 56 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 306 kg more than 1957 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Princess | Tundra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3700 mm |