1959 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 54 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 350 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Princess | G |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2850 mm |
