1959 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 260 kg more than 1959 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Princess | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2890 mm |
