1961 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 354 kg more than 2011 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1961 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 1961 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 1961 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. 2011 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1961 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1961 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Princess | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |
