1960 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 52 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 574 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin Princess | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Princess | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
