1958 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana, 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin Princess. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1958 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin Princess | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | Princess | Montana |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2860 mm |
