1958 Austin Princess vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin Princess. 2007 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin Princess | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Princess | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 4010 mm |
