1960 Austin Princess vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 53 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), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 205 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.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin Princess. 2013 GMC Sierra 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin Princess | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | Princess | Sierra |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
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 | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 472 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 6330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1869 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 4000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 129 L |