1958 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 55 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 462 kg more than 1958 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin Princess. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin Princess | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Princess | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3302 mm |
