1960 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 582 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 830 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
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 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin Princess | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
Make | Austin | Pagani |
Model | Princess | Huayra |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 700 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 740 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4605 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2036 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1169 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2795 mm |