1959 Austin Princess vs. 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Princess | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2350 mm |
