1959 Austin Princess vs. 2006 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 47 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 255 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 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Austin Princess 2006 GMC Envoy
Make Austin GMC
Model Princess Envoy
Year Released 1959 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3993 cc 5359 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 5470 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 3360 mm 3280 mm


 

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