1961 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 52 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 443 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess. 2013 Nissan GT-R 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. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Princess | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Princess | GT-R |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 74 L |