1959 Austin Princess vs. 2007 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2007 GMC Envoy is newer by 48 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Envoy 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, 2007 GMC Envoy (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess. 2007 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1959 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 2007 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | Princess | Envoy |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2880 mm |