1958 Austin Princess vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 49 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin Princess. 2007 GMC Acadia 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. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin Princess | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Princess | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3030 mm |
