1959 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 645 kg more than 2006 Opel Signum.
Because 1959 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Signum. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 2006 Opel Signum | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Princess | Signum |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2840 mm |