1959 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 50 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, 2009 Volvo S60 (258 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess.
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, 2009 Volvo S60, 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, 2009 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess. 2009 Volvo S60 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. 2009 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | Princess | S60 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 258 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2720 mm |