1959 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 53 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Genesis.
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, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess. 2012 Hyundai Genesis 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. 2012 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Princess | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2936 mm |
