1959 Austin Princess vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 46 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (285 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 GMC Sierra.
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, 2005 GMC Sierra (400 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Princess | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3380 mm |
