1960 Austin Princess vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin Princess would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 436 kg more than 1960 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin Princess. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1960 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin Princess | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Princess | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 98 L |
