1959 Austin Princess vs. 1991 Chevrolet SS
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet SS is newer by 32 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet SS (245 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet SS (468 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 1991 Chevrolet SS | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Princess | SS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3000 mm |
